2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1984 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 307 kg more than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lancia Thema (290 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1984 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sportage | Thema |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
